HALLKEEN MANAGEMENT

Job Title:Activity Assistant

Location:Susan Bailis Assisted Living – Boston, MA 02115

Hours:Part Time

Job Description

Come join Boston’s finest assisted living community. We currently have an opening for a part-time (25-30 hours per week) activity assistant with hours on to include weekend coverage. This position is responsible for assisting with and executing scheduled meaningful activities appropriate to the needs and interests of residents that will benefit their physical, mental, and social well-being. The right person will be responsible for escorting residents on some of the recreational outings. Candidate should have good organizational skills and a working knowledge of computer Word program. Understand, practice and communicate community centered resident centered care on a daily basis as it relates to the activities department. Candidate will plan activities as with supervisor. Candidate must have the ability to direct and supervise volunteers.

Leads assigned programs that are of interest and meaning to our residents in order to enhance their lives and exceed their active aging lifestyle expectations.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

The following essential functions are the fundamental job duties of the position to be completed with or without appropriate reasonable accommodation.

  • Leads assigned Activity programs
  • Offers adequate and diversified recreational activities to residents with sufficient supervision for each activity.
  • Develops programs for residents including, if applicable, programs designed for residents confined to their rooms.
  • Engages and motivates residents resulting in program participation.
  • Informs residents of upcoming activities and maintains a current schedule of events on the bulletin board.
  • Greets new residents making a special effort to include and engage them inactivities and introduce them to others in the community with similar interestsand backgrounds.
  • Assists in planning parties and activities as well as decorating the communityaccording to the season and/or holiday throughout the years as well as planningmonthly birthday parties to honor residents.
  • Covers reception desk, when needed
  • Maintains records of all activities, resident participation levels and acceptance ofeach activity by residents as required by state law.
  • Assists Activity Director in enlisting the services of volunteers to aid theactivities program.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three to six monthsrelated experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education orexperience acceptable.
  • Able to write simple correspondence. Able to effectively presentinformation in one-on-one and small group situations tocustomers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Physical Demands

  • Physically able to move at least 50 lbs. without assistance.
  • Physically able to bend, reach, and work in small areas.
  • Physically able to push and pull equipment and furnishings.
  • Physically able to stand and to work on hands and knees for long periods of time.

If you are interested in applying or know someone to refer for the position please fax or e-mail resume to